Britain’s prime minister, Andy Burnham, has said the recent suspected terror plot targeting RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire was “almost certainly” directed by Iran. The allegation has centred attention on how Iran projects power beyond its borders.
The case comes at a time of rising concern about Iranian-linked activities in the UK. In early October, two Iranians were charged in connection with an alleged plot targeting Jewish institutions in Manchester. According to authorities, the suspects were in contact with an individual believed to be in Iran.
